Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Well, unlike yesterday, we have lots of sunshine this morning, although a large area of clouds is hanging off the coast in the western gulf. So, it looks like we will be getting more rain later today and then on through the weekend. Oh, well, God is in control, not the meteorologists...
I have an ongoing feud with my Times carrier. For over a year, I have been getting the paper delivered to a chair right by the front door. Since my balance is not too good, it is very convenient for me just to reach out and get the Times from the chair. Well, there is a new carrier on the route and I have called every day all week to report that the paper is slung everywhere but the chair. The customer service reps are all very nice and sympathetic, but so far, no results. I will call once again today and see what happens tomorrow. I was awake about 5 and heard it hit the front door, then it bounced back on the floor. Sigh.
Yesterday, after the rain, I shopped at CVS for some needed items and when I checked out with my debit card, I noticed they have the chip slot where you insert your card. This is a fraud deterrent which is new to me, but a good idea.
After I left there I drove on to the park. Quite a few people were walking, or hanging over the bridge looking down into the canal. It looks like they are just going to let nature take it course with the trees hanging in the water. They were blown over in the last big wind.
I did not see any wildlife but lots of ibis in the neighborhood. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
1 Thessalonians 5:12-19
Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are
your leaders in the Lord's work. they work hard
among you and warn you against all that is wrong.
Think highly of them and give them your whole-
hearted love because of their work. And remember
to live peaceably with each other.
Brothers, and sisters, we urge you to warn those who
are lazy. Encourage those who are timid. Take tender
care of those who are weak. Be patient with everyone.
See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try
to do good to each other and to everyone else.
Always be joyful. Keep on praying. No matter what happens,
always be thankful, for this is God's will for you who
belong to Christ Jesus.
Do not stifle the Holy Spirit. Do not scoff at prophecies, but
test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good. Keep
away from every kind of evil.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, August 5, 2016
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Faith and Endurance
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! I woke up to the sound of thunder and flashes of lightning around 4 AM, and since then the rain has been coming down periodically. Looks like we are in for a rainy day, according to the radar. I was kinda glad for the rain, because it meant I could stay in bed a little longer, but I didn't. I got up a little earlier than usual, showered and cooked bacon and eggs for my breakfast.
My yard crew has switched to Wed. instead of Mondays, so they came and got the yard looking nice and neat in about five minutes, then off they went to the next couple houses down the street. I got some chores done around the house and then decided to go to the park to see what was going on.
It was quiet, with a few more people out and about. I noticed going by the Christian school that the teachers were back and busy, so I guess school starts next week. Seems like a short summer!
I saw two anhingas when I drove into the park; one perched on the top of a pipe and the other on the end of a shrub. Neither had wings spread, so they must have enjoyed drying out and absorbing the sun. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
James 1:12-15
God blesses the people who patiently endure
testing. Afterward they will receive the crown of
life that God has promised to those who love him.
And remember, no one who wants to do wrong
should ever say. "God is tempting me." God is
never tempted to do wrong and he never tempts
anyone else, either. Temptation comes from the
lure of our own evil desires. These evil desires
lead to evil actions, and evil actions lead to death.
So don't be misled, my dear brothers and sisters.
Whatever is good and perfect comes to us from God
above, who created all heaven's lights. Unlike them
he never changes or casts shifting shadows In his
goodness he chose to make us his own children by
giving us his true word. And we, out of all creation,
became his choice possession.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
My yard crew has switched to Wed. instead of Mondays, so they came and got the yard looking nice and neat in about five minutes, then off they went to the next couple houses down the street. I got some chores done around the house and then decided to go to the park to see what was going on.
It was quiet, with a few more people out and about. I noticed going by the Christian school that the teachers were back and busy, so I guess school starts next week. Seems like a short summer!
I saw two anhingas when I drove into the park; one perched on the top of a pipe and the other on the end of a shrub. Neither had wings spread, so they must have enjoyed drying out and absorbing the sun. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
James 1:12-15
God blesses the people who patiently endure
testing. Afterward they will receive the crown of
life that God has promised to those who love him.
And remember, no one who wants to do wrong
should ever say. "God is tempting me." God is
never tempted to do wrong and he never tempts
anyone else, either. Temptation comes from the
lure of our own evil desires. These evil desires
lead to evil actions, and evil actions lead to death.
So don't be misled, my dear brothers and sisters.
Whatever is good and perfect comes to us from God
above, who created all heaven's lights. Unlike them
he never changes or casts shifting shadows In his
goodness he chose to make us his own children by
giving us his true word. And we, out of all creation,
became his choice possession.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Listening and Doing
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Seems like there is not a whole lot of change in the weather reports. We continue to have hot, steamy days and not too much cooler at night. I saw a large area of rain hanging off shore in the Gulf, but I am not sure if it will move east to us or not. We will just have to wait and see!
I had my A/C checked just for maintenance yesterday, and the cleaning ladies came at the same time. My filter does not get dusty and can go for 2 or 3 months without needing changed or cleaned.The wiry, little man who worked on it, said everything was fine with the unit, so that is good news.
My yard crew has already been here and gone this morning. It only takes them about five minutes to mow, edge and blow, and then on to the next job. I don't know how many customers he has but it must be a lot to be able to pay his two helpers!
Well, the two ripest mangoes must have fallen from the tree next door, because I can't see them any more. There are still a couple within my view, but further from my property. I can't see through the hedge to see if the fallen fruit is close to me or not, so, hopefully, the neighbor picks them up before the fruit rats get them!. I still have a couple in the fridge that my friendly cleaning ladies gave me last week and they are sweet and juicy! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
James 1:19-
My dear brothers and sisters, be quick to listen,
slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Your anger
can never make things right in God's sight.
So get rid of all the filth and evil in your lives, and
humbly accept the message God has planted in your
hearts, for it is strong enough to save your souls.
And remember, it is a message to obey, not just to
listen to. If you don't obey, you are just fooling yourself.
For if you just listen and don't obey , it is like looking
at your face in a mirror, but doing nothing to improve
your appearance. You see yourself, walk away, and
forget what you look like. But if you keep looking
steadily into God's perfect law---the law that sets you
free---and if you do what it says and don't forget what
you heard , then God will bless you for doing it.
If you claim to be religious, but don't control your tongue,
you are just fooling yourself, and your religion is
worthless. Pure and lasting religion in the sight of God
our Father means that we must care for the orphans
and widows in their troubles, and refuse to let the world
corrupt us.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I had my A/C checked just for maintenance yesterday, and the cleaning ladies came at the same time. My filter does not get dusty and can go for 2 or 3 months without needing changed or cleaned.The wiry, little man who worked on it, said everything was fine with the unit, so that is good news.
My yard crew has already been here and gone this morning. It only takes them about five minutes to mow, edge and blow, and then on to the next job. I don't know how many customers he has but it must be a lot to be able to pay his two helpers!
Well, the two ripest mangoes must have fallen from the tree next door, because I can't see them any more. There are still a couple within my view, but further from my property. I can't see through the hedge to see if the fallen fruit is close to me or not, so, hopefully, the neighbor picks them up before the fruit rats get them!. I still have a couple in the fridge that my friendly cleaning ladies gave me last week and they are sweet and juicy! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
James 1:19-
My dear brothers and sisters, be quick to listen,
slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Your anger
can never make things right in God's sight.
So get rid of all the filth and evil in your lives, and
humbly accept the message God has planted in your
hearts, for it is strong enough to save your souls.
And remember, it is a message to obey, not just to
listen to. If you don't obey, you are just fooling yourself.
For if you just listen and don't obey , it is like looking
at your face in a mirror, but doing nothing to improve
your appearance. You see yourself, walk away, and
forget what you look like. But if you keep looking
steadily into God's perfect law---the law that sets you
free---and if you do what it says and don't forget what
you heard , then God will bless you for doing it.
If you claim to be religious, but don't control your tongue,
you are just fooling yourself, and your religion is
worthless. Pure and lasting religion in the sight of God
our Father means that we must care for the orphans
and widows in their troubles, and refuse to let the world
corrupt us.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Psoaring thru Psalms
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Hot is the prediction and yesterday was dry, so it will be extra hot.
I had to go outside on the porch to retrieve the paper this morning, and it was already steamy at 8 AM. Well, this is August already, so I will probably be noticing the chilly air in a couple months.
I was able to do some things around the house yesterday, before I returned a couple books to the book drop at the Library. They were new 14 day books and I had a week left, but thought since I was through with them, I might as well return them.. One was by JoAnn Fluke who writes simple mysteries and includes cookie recipes, which look to be very tasty.
After I left the library, I rode on to the park and enjoyed the greenery and the water. There were few people in the middle of the day, but it was nice to see children and others enjoying themselves. On the way back, I saw the white duck at Lynch Lake Park along with several ibis and it looked like a wood stork. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 34: 8-10
Taste and see that the Lord is good.
Oh, the joys of those who trust in him!
Let the Lord's people show him
reverence,
for those who honor him will have all
they need.
Even strong young lions sometimes go
hungry, but those who trust in the Lord
will never go hungry.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving , joy and Love!
Love and hugs,
amaryllis
I had to go outside on the porch to retrieve the paper this morning, and it was already steamy at 8 AM. Well, this is August already, so I will probably be noticing the chilly air in a couple months.
I was able to do some things around the house yesterday, before I returned a couple books to the book drop at the Library. They were new 14 day books and I had a week left, but thought since I was through with them, I might as well return them.. One was by JoAnn Fluke who writes simple mysteries and includes cookie recipes, which look to be very tasty.
After I left the library, I rode on to the park and enjoyed the greenery and the water. There were few people in the middle of the day, but it was nice to see children and others enjoying themselves. On the way back, I saw the white duck at Lynch Lake Park along with several ibis and it looked like a wood stork. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Psalm 34: 8-10
Taste and see that the Lord is good.
Oh, the joys of those who trust in him!
Let the Lord's people show him
reverence,
for those who honor him will have all
they need.
Even strong young lions sometimes go
hungry, but those who trust in the Lord
will never go hungry.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving , joy and Love!
Love and hugs,
amaryllis
Monday, August 1, 2016
The Futility of Wealth
Good August First Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! Soon the kids will be back in school and perhaps the weather will show promise of cooling just a bit.We have another sunshiny, hot day with perhaps a shower or two, as usual.
There was no rain yesterday as I drove to church and it looked like a pretty good crowd, although I know a few families are still on vacation. Pastor Kevin preached another in his series on Ecclesiastes with a little humor and he really gets the point across.
I have been using my walker for several months now, but people still come up to me very surprised to see me with it! Guess because it is a 3 wheeler, it is not so noticeable. Sometimes it is awkward having to use it, because it limits my ability to serve myself when food is involved; for instance at the wedding I attended yesterday afternoon, I skipped the refreshments, because I couldn't let go of the handgrips to hold a plate. But that did not take away the enjoyment I had at seeing two people so obviously in love get married and start a new life together.
They had a volcano cake that the groom had made (he is a cake decorator at Publix). It kept erupting and was very colorful! So cool!
Well I drove through Sawgrass Park after church and saw a few cars there, with people walking around and ibis and an egret fishing alertly for their dinner in the canal. Then I went home to lunch and to watch the Rays sweep the Yankees! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ecclesiastes 5:18
Even so, I have noticed one thing, at least, that is good
It is good for people to eat well, drink a good glass
of wine, and enjoy their work---whatever they do under
the sun---for however long God lets them live And it is
a good thing to receive wealth from God and the good
health to enjoy it. To enjoy your work and accept your
lot in life---that is indeed a gift from God. People who do
that rarely look with sorrow on the past, for God has
given them reasons for joy.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
There was no rain yesterday as I drove to church and it looked like a pretty good crowd, although I know a few families are still on vacation. Pastor Kevin preached another in his series on Ecclesiastes with a little humor and he really gets the point across.
I have been using my walker for several months now, but people still come up to me very surprised to see me with it! Guess because it is a 3 wheeler, it is not so noticeable. Sometimes it is awkward having to use it, because it limits my ability to serve myself when food is involved; for instance at the wedding I attended yesterday afternoon, I skipped the refreshments, because I couldn't let go of the handgrips to hold a plate. But that did not take away the enjoyment I had at seeing two people so obviously in love get married and start a new life together.
They had a volcano cake that the groom had made (he is a cake decorator at Publix). It kept erupting and was very colorful! So cool!
Well I drove through Sawgrass Park after church and saw a few cars there, with people walking around and ibis and an egret fishing alertly for their dinner in the canal. Then I went home to lunch and to watch the Rays sweep the Yankees! God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Ecclesiastes 5:18
Even so, I have noticed one thing, at least, that is good
It is good for people to eat well, drink a good glass
of wine, and enjoy their work---whatever they do under
the sun---for however long God lets them live And it is
a good thing to receive wealth from God and the good
health to enjoy it. To enjoy your work and accept your
lot in life---that is indeed a gift from God. People who do
that rarely look with sorrow on the past, for God has
given them reasons for joy.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Friday, July 29, 2016
A Benediction
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! We have the same weather forecast as the previous days, except thunderstorms are popping up unexpectedly here and there and then going away. And the temp in the gulf water is 90 degrees! Not so refreshing!
I made up my mind to get to Publix yesterday, so, off I went and found a parking space, while a very tired looking lady came to her truck with a cart, unloaded her bags and left the cart in easy walking distance for me to take. That was a blessing! It was so hot that I was happy to get in the store. I had my list and got everything on it, without many extras, so was soon ready to check out.They had some wonderful looking peaches and nectarines, and Washington cherries, so I bagged up some of each. They are expensive, but I think I'm worth it!
I usually choose the cashier by the line, but also, who is bagging and I saw a new big bear looking guy, probably in his early sixties at work at one cashier, so started unloading my stuff, along with my cloth bags and insulated cooler bag full of fridge things when he came and started unloading everything from the front which I really appreciated. Anyway, he let me push the cart out, which gives me better balance and then told me everything he was doing , and giving me advice about how to get them unloaded and in the house. He also told me to get in the car and start it up, so he could make sure it would start and then to make sure I had my A/C on. He was actually very solitcitous. Publix; where shopping is a pleasure!
So, after all that, I was ready to sit and rest a few minutes, but God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Jude 24-25
And now, all glory to God, who is able
to keep you from stumbling, and who will
bring you into his glorious presence
innocent of sin and with great joy. All glory
to him, who alone is God our Savior, through
Jesus Christ, our Lord. Yes, glory, majesty,
power, and authority belong to him, in the
beginning, now and forevermore. Amen
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
I made up my mind to get to Publix yesterday, so, off I went and found a parking space, while a very tired looking lady came to her truck with a cart, unloaded her bags and left the cart in easy walking distance for me to take. That was a blessing! It was so hot that I was happy to get in the store. I had my list and got everything on it, without many extras, so was soon ready to check out.They had some wonderful looking peaches and nectarines, and Washington cherries, so I bagged up some of each. They are expensive, but I think I'm worth it!
I usually choose the cashier by the line, but also, who is bagging and I saw a new big bear looking guy, probably in his early sixties at work at one cashier, so started unloading my stuff, along with my cloth bags and insulated cooler bag full of fridge things when he came and started unloading everything from the front which I really appreciated. Anyway, he let me push the cart out, which gives me better balance and then told me everything he was doing , and giving me advice about how to get them unloaded and in the house. He also told me to get in the car and start it up, so he could make sure it would start and then to make sure I had my A/C on. He was actually very solitcitous. Publix; where shopping is a pleasure!
So, after all that, I was ready to sit and rest a few minutes, but God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Jude 24-25
And now, all glory to God, who is able
to keep you from stumbling, and who will
bring you into his glorious presence
innocent of sin and with great joy. All glory
to him, who alone is God our Savior, through
Jesus Christ, our Lord. Yes, glory, majesty,
power, and authority belong to him, in the
beginning, now and forevermore. Amen
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Still Roamin' thru Romans
Good Morning, Dear Friends and Prayer Partners! This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it! The weather forecast is for a "sticky and hot" day, since the temp is supposed to reach the nineties again today. Yesterday, just about dark, we had a thunderstorm which was very noisy for about thirty minutes, so everything was still wet this morning. Thank you, God, for air conditioning!
Well, the food poisoning, or whatever it was, seems to finally be cleared up. It kept me in for a couple days, since I was afraid to venture very far from home. I don't know what caused it, but I don't want a recurrence!
I was mentioning my hope that the mango next door, would drop on my property and when I told my cleaning ladies that yesterday, they offered me mangos that one of their customers gave them, so I now have three of the ripe fruit in my fridge! Kim also brought over a big slice of the Publix chocolate cake that her sister bought for her. Since my innards seem to be settled, I will certainly enjoy the "fruits of their labors". (Sorry)
And speaking of Publix, I think more companies are copying their vignette commercials. I especially like the Bright House commercial about the fireman and his daughter, which is so sweet. Usually I mute commercials, but not those.
I took a trip to the library after the girls left, and parked in a handicapped space under a large oak tree. A homeless man was dozing on a bench there in the heat and a woman in a wheelchair from the nursing home across the street was also moving around. Apparently they had been feeding ducks and crows and a few seagulls, for when I came out with my books, I had a splattered windshield. I was not happy about it, but wiped the worst off with a couple tissues and washed the rest off with the washer fluid. After that I did a couple more errands and then headed for home. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Romans 12:12-15
Be glad for all God is planning for you. Be
patient in trouble and always be prayerful.
When God's children are in need, be the one
to help them out. And get into the habit of inviting
guests home for dinner, or, if they need lodging,
for the night.
If people persecute you because you are a Christian,
don't curse them; pray that God will bless them.
When others are happy, be happy with them. If they
are sad, share their sorrow. Live in harmony with
each other. Don't try to act important, but enjoy the
company of other people. And don't think you know it all!
Never pay back evil for evil to anyone. Do things in
such a way that everyone can see you are honorable.
Do your part to live in peace with everyone as much as possible.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
Well, the food poisoning, or whatever it was, seems to finally be cleared up. It kept me in for a couple days, since I was afraid to venture very far from home. I don't know what caused it, but I don't want a recurrence!
I was mentioning my hope that the mango next door, would drop on my property and when I told my cleaning ladies that yesterday, they offered me mangos that one of their customers gave them, so I now have three of the ripe fruit in my fridge! Kim also brought over a big slice of the Publix chocolate cake that her sister bought for her. Since my innards seem to be settled, I will certainly enjoy the "fruits of their labors". (Sorry)
And speaking of Publix, I think more companies are copying their vignette commercials. I especially like the Bright House commercial about the fireman and his daughter, which is so sweet. Usually I mute commercials, but not those.
I took a trip to the library after the girls left, and parked in a handicapped space under a large oak tree. A homeless man was dozing on a bench there in the heat and a woman in a wheelchair from the nursing home across the street was also moving around. Apparently they had been feeding ducks and crows and a few seagulls, for when I came out with my books, I had a splattered windshield. I was not happy about it, but wiped the worst off with a couple tissues and washed the rest off with the washer fluid. After that I did a couple more errands and then headed for home. God is good!
From the Promise Bible NLT:
Romans 12:12-15
Be glad for all God is planning for you. Be
patient in trouble and always be prayerful.
When God's children are in need, be the one
to help them out. And get into the habit of inviting
guests home for dinner, or, if they need lodging,
for the night.
If people persecute you because you are a Christian,
don't curse them; pray that God will bless them.
When others are happy, be happy with them. If they
are sad, share their sorrow. Live in harmony with
each other. Don't try to act important, but enjoy the
company of other people. And don't think you know it all!
Never pay back evil for evil to anyone. Do things in
such a way that everyone can see you are honorable.
Do your part to live in peace with everyone as much as possible.
I always give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers with thanksgiving, joy and love!
Love and hugs,
Amaryllis
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